South Africa vs. Pakistan: Reyneke’s Final-Ball Six Seals Thriller in Potchefstroom

In a finish that will be remembered for years, South Africa Women pulled off a spectacular five-wicket victory over Pakistan Women on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. The series opener at Senwes Park in Potchefstroom lived up to its “high-stakes” billing, ending with a dramatic last-ball six from debutant Kayla Reyneke.

The match was a tale of two individual masterpieces: a record-shattering counter-attack by Pakistan captain Fatima Sana and a composed, match-winning debut by Kayla Reyneke.

Match Highlights: Records and Dramatics

The contest shifted momentum multiple times, keeping a global audience on the edge of their seats:

• Fatima Sana’s Lone Charge: Pakistan chose to bat and found themselves in deep trouble at 64/6. Captain Fatima Sana then unleashed a historic assault, smashing 90 runs off just 41 balls—the highest score by a No. 8 in women’s T20Is. Her innings included 7 sixes, setting a new record for a Pakistani woman in this format.
• Wolvaardt’s Anchor: Chasing 181, South Africa’s captain Laura Wolvaardt set the foundation with a clinical 61 off 38 balls. Along with Sune Luus (32), she kept the required rate manageable before a middle-order wobble during the death overs.
• The Reyneke Debut: 18-year-old Kayla Reyneke turned in a “Player of the Match” performance. After taking 2/13 with the ball, she walked in with the game in the balance.
• Final Ball Drama: With South Africa needing 2 runs off the final delivery, Reyneke held her nerve to smash a six over extra-cover, securing the win and a 1-0 series lead.

Scorecard Summary

What’s Next in the Series?

The action moves from Potchefstroom to Benoni as South Africa looks to wrap up the series, while Pakistan seeks to capitalize on the “positives” noted by Fatima Sana.

1. 2nd T20I: February 13, 2026 – Willowmoore Park, Benoni
2. 3rd T20I: February 16, 2026 – De Beers Diamond Oval, Kimberley
3. ODI Series: Begins February 22, 2026 – Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein